Our master’s degree courses attract a wide range of amazing students from up-and-coming creatives to established artists and music industry professionals at the top of their game. As our programmes are open to graduates as well as music industry professionals you may not even need a BA (Hons) degree to join us.
Why study a master’s degree at WaterBear?
If you like the sound of gaining a post-graduate qualification at WaterBear and getting those all-important letters after you name then take a look at our master’s courses below. Apply now where you’ll be invited to a 1:1 session, or come along to one of our open days. We look forward to meeting you soon.
All applicants interested in studying a course at WaterBear will be invited to take part in a 1-1 session either in person or by video conference, which is an essential part of the application process. This is where you get the chance to show us your passion for music and why you’re interested in coming to WaterBear. It’s also a great opportunity for you to find out all about WaterBear and ask us any questions, so that you are fully informed to make the right choice about where to study.
Our Open Days are relaxed and informal and provide you with the opportunity to find out everything you need to know about WaterBear. You’ll be able to ask questions, chat with staff and students and experience the unique college environment for yourself. Click the link below to find out more and book your place.
We are very proud to partner with some of the biggest names in music to offer various Scholarship awards and free course places. We also offer a range of bursaries to help students fund their studies and activities at WaterBear.
Introducing our MA Music Business Course. This comprehensive postgraduate qualification will help you become an adaptive thinker, creator and entrepreneur within a music industry that shapes the zeitgeist of contemporary culture.
With study options in both January 24 and September 24 there is chance to get hands on with this masters degree and get those all important letters at the end of your name!
.
.
.
.
#waterbearthecollegeofmusic #waterbearbrighton #waterbearsheffield #Masterdegree #brightonmusicians #sheffieldmusicians #waterbearbrightonmasters #waterbearsheffieldmasters #waterbearonlinemasters #mastersmie
Meet our amazing Careers & Industry Team here at WaterBear! Made up of top industry professionals, this team of dedicated individuals will help you strategise, network and connect with industry professionals, receive performance and career opportunities you could only dream of, achieve your career goals, and of course, have the time of your lives doing it!
They’re a friendly bunch, so make sure to introduce yourselves when you spot them around campus in September.
.
.
.
.
.
#musicindustryprofessional #musicindustry #musicbusiness #musicbiz #musicuni #musiccollege #musiccourse #musicdegree #musicBA #musicMA #brightonmusicscene #sheffieldmusicscene #sheffieldmusic #brightonmusic #brighton #sheffield #sheffieldstudents #brightonstudents #DIYmusician #DIYmusic #bahonsbusiness
#bahonsonlineproduction
#bahonsonlinesongwriting
#waterbearbrightonmasters
#waterbearonlinebahons
MA Performance, Production & Business student Christian Le Surf has recently showcased his amazing project “The Scroll” at Brighton based venue The Folklore Rooms. The handwritten scroll of musical notation is the centre piece of the musical art project and allows Christian to showcase high end experimental music!
.
.
.
.
#waterbearthecollegeofmusic #brightonmusic #bightonmusicians #musiceducation #waterbear #musician #creativemusic #musiccollege #bahonsproduction
#waterbearbrightonmasters
#waterbearonlinemasters
#waterbearsheffieldmasters
INTRODUCING: Sydney Dejorey! Sydney’s currently on our online BA degree, and has been very busy with some awesome musical endevours. She recently put on a charity gig for Music Fusion raising over £200, released a music video for her song The Last Time I Kissed You, and is preparing for a headline gig in January - so give her a follow and watch this space!
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
#waterbearonline #musicuni #musiccollege #musicdegree #onlinedegree #onlinemusicdegree #songwritingdegree #vocalsdegree #singingdegree #sydneydejorey #singersongwriter #popvocalist #popmusic #vocalist #singer
#waterbearbrightonmasters
#waterbearonlinemasters
#waterbearsheffieldmasters
Congrats to ALX FRNCS (@alxfrncs_ ) for a packed out single release show for ‘I Wanna’, at @waterbearvenue as part of the Performance, Production and Business MA degree! Alex was supported by recent 3rd year BA, FARI (@farichiketa ), and recent graduate @izzyadamsofficial.
Shoutout to Alex’s band @real_big_petes (guitar), @alextabero (drums) and @jake_j0lly (bass) 🔥
.
.
.
.
.
#waterbear #waterbearvenue #brightonmusic #brightonmusicscene #brighton #brightongig #brightonbands #brightonsinger #brightonartist #waterbearMA #performanceproductionbusinessMA #PPBMA #musicMA #musicuni #musiccollege #bahonsonlinesongwriting
#bahonsperformance
#bahonsproduction
#bahonssongwriting
#waterbearbrightonmasters
#waterbearsheffieldmasters
#wbdeptsongwriting
WaterBear is and always will be run by musicians, for musicians. Fact.
Our tutors, mentors, masterclass speakers, and staff have been carefully chosen for their incredible musical talent, professional experience in the music industry, and their eagerness to support and teach the next generation of musicians - you!
Check out our full list of course tutors on our website
Video featuring in order of appearance:
▫️Vocals/Songwriting tutor: Hannah (@tiny_hugs)
▫️Head of Electronic Music & Business: Joe Newman (@jfelixmusicuk)
▫️School and Outreach Manager: Tom Shrimpton (@tshrimpdrums)
▫️Masterclass speaker: Sophie Burrell (@sophieburrell1)
▫️CEO & Co-Founder of WaterBear: Adam Bushell (@bushwings)
▫️Vocals tutor: Megan Sayer (@megan_sayer)
▫️Online Senior Programme Manager: Kaya Herstad-Carney (@kayamusic)
▫️Vocals tutor & Choir Leader: Jade Williams (@jade_like_the_stone
▫️Director of A&R Kieron Pepper (@kieronpepper)
▫️Electronic music tutor: Claire Spooner (@justhermusic)
▫️Learning Support & tutor: Stu Brewer (@studiobrewdio)
▫️Masterclass speaker: Affy Green (@affygreen)
▫️Director & Co-Founder of WaterBear: Bruce Dickinson (@br.uce1448)
▫️ BA Programme Officer: Greg Walton (@gwaltondrums)
▫️Head of Production: George Donohugue (@iamgeorgedonoghue)
.
.
.
.
.
#brightongigs #brightongig #brightonevents #brightonmusicscene #brightonbands #brightonmusic #brightonvenue #musicvenue #waterbearmusicians #waterbearcollege #waterbearthecollegeofmusic #musiccollege #musicuni #musicschool #musicdegree #musicBA #musicMA #waterbearbrightonmasters
#waterbearonlinebahons
#wbdeptelectronicmusic
#wbdeptmusicbusiness
#wbvenueb
- ‘Water bear’ is the common name for a Tardigrade.
- Tardigrades are micro creatures, found everywhere on earth.
- They are the most resilient creatures known.
- They can survive and adapt to their surroundings, even in outer space.
- Their resilience and ability to adapt and survive inspires us in everything we do. We love them.
WaterBear Education Ltd, Hanover House,
118 Queens Road, Brighton BN1 3XG, UK Map
Email: [email protected]
Tel: +44 (0) 1273 726230
WaterBear Sheffield, Unit 4, Gatecrasher,
49 Eyre Lane, Sheffield S1 4RB, UK
Email: [email protected]
Tel: +44 (0) 1143 992720
WaterBear Education Ltd, Hanover House,
118 Queens Road, Brighton BN1 3XG, UK Map
Email: [email protected]
Tel: +44 (0) 1273 726230
WaterBear Sheffield, Unit 4, Gatecrasher,
49 Eyre Lane, Sheffield S1 4RB, UK
Email: [email protected]
Tel: +44 (0) 1143 992720
- ‘Water bear’ is the common name for a Tardigrade.
- Tardigrades are micro creatures, found everywhere on earth.
- They are the most resilient creatures known.
- They can survive and adapt to their surroundings, even in outer space.
- Their resilience and ability to adapt and survive inspires us in everything we do. We love them.
